The expression of MUC5AC in patients with rhinosinusitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

To understand the connection between Muc5AC expression and the likelihood of rhinosinusitis, with the goal of providing insights into its prospective use as a biomarker.

Methods

We searched PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and Wanfang databases for studies up to November 2023 to conduct a literature review. After screening and quality assessment, eligible studies meeting the criteria were included. Muc5AC expression and rhinosinusitis association was analyzed by STATA 14.0.

Results

Including weighted mean difference and 95% confidence interval, were reported. The meta-analysis included 16 studies with 1448 rhinosinusitis patients. MUC5AC expression was significantly up-regulated in both chronic rhinosinusitis with n

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11527733 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature